Leisure
SPORTS & RECREATION Wander the island in search of adventure or dip into the ocean and discover the beauty that the Maldives is famous for with 1.5 km of beautiful white sandy beach, a magnificent lagoon and excellent snorkeling on the house reef, which can be found on both sides of the island. Relax by one of the two sparkling clear freshwater swimming pools, the Boashi Pool is for all guests and has a crystalline children’s wading pool located near the eastern end of the resort and surrounded by our tropical garden, while the adults’ only Sunset Pool offers a more relaxing atmosphere overlooking the beach and turquoise ocean. A lighted tennis court, putting green, volleyball, badminton, pétanque, football grounds and fitness center; fishing excursions including morning and afternoon trips. The resort also offers a children’s playground by the Boashi Pool and a children’s Games Room next to the Gift Shop.
THE GAMES ROOM – located near Bonthi Bar for a bit of friendly rivalry in air-conditioned bliss with a game of billiards, snooker, foosball table and a range of board games or outdoor table tennis and enjoy a variety of reading material in our Library.
EURO-DIVERS SCUBA CENTRE - featuring guided diving and snorkeling boat trips, equipment and accessory sales, rentals, repairs and a complete PADI instructional program.
EURO-DIVERS WATER SPORTS CENTRE for rental and instruction lessons, including catamarans, kayaks, windsurfers, SUP boarding, waterskiing, wakeboard, fun tube rides, jet ski and a glass bottom boat. Location by the Sunset Bar for adults only.
THE MANTA TRUST MARINE BIOLOGY CENTER The Maldives has the world’s largest known population of reef manta rays. The Manta Trust is a well-known, UK based, independent non-profit organization, whose mission is to advance conservation of manta rays and their habitat through science, research, raising awareness and influencing conservation by providing education. Guests can take part in workshops and trips run by Vilamendhoo’s resident marine biologist. Our team is here to share our passion for and knowledge of the marine environment with you and hope that your understanding will help conserve the natural beauty of the coral reefs.
ENTERTAINMENT - includes a daily evening program, which offers entertainment for every preference in the house. Maldives culture & history presentation, Bodu Beru cultural dance show, DJ disco night, marine preservation slide show, divers’ video, sports TV night, movies night, salsa DJ night, live band and a lending library, where you can take or donate a book and more!
ACTIVITIES – includes guided excursions such as snorkeling, sunset cruise, villa snorkeling adventure, whale shark, manta & turtle excursions and more! There is also a weekly program of football and sports tournaments. For a more relaxed activity, guests can try a few board games, available at Bonthi Bar and include chess, checkers and scrabble.
BROADBAND INTERNET CONNECTION – at Vilamendhoo we understand how important it is to share your journey with the people in your life and those quick ‘catch-ups’. We also know that your holiday is the perfect time to escape and disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It’s all about balance, so we offer guest’s free Wi-Fi in all villas and select public areas to ensure a great holiday experience.
INTERNET CAFÉ – this island nook offers you free use of a computer to access the internet, web-based email, surf the web or connect via social media. VILA
MEMORIES – an on-site professional photography service to capture those picture-perfect memories that will last a lifetime.
SHOPPING - the Gift Shop features a complete selection of swimwear, sportswear, batik, Vilamendhoo branded merchandise, books, music CD’s, artwork, crafts, sundries, snacks, magazines, cigarettes and more!